Weekday night call shifts: 8 hours, 23:00 to 07:00
Weekend scheduled and call shifts: 10 or 12 hours
Up to 6 call and/or weekend scheduled shifts per 6-week schedule
Required Qualifications
Valid RN license in Oregon
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
OR - Operating Room experience of 2 years, with experience within the last year
BLS issued by American Heart Association or RQI
ACLS, required for CVOR and PACU placements
NURSYS verification (RN), within 30 days of start
Competency exam with a passing score of 80%
Skills checklist
Two references from the last 2 years of employment history, showing 1 year in a comparable specialty. At least one must be supervisory (Charge RN acceptable) within the last 12 months.
Criminal background check within 90 days of start, with a 7-year search covering all aliases, all states or counties, a national sex offender search, and a nationwide criminal search. International background check if applicable.
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks, within 30 days of start and repeated every 30 days
10-panel drug test within 90 days of start, listing "Opiates" by name
Physical exam within a year of start
Tdap vaccine or declination
Two negative PPDs or a negative Tspot/QuantiFERON Gold within 1 year of start, or positive TB documentation with chest X-ray and TB questionnaire
Rubeola, mumps, rubella, and varicella immunity through titer or 2 vaccines
Hepatitis B titer, 3-dose series, or declination
Flu vaccine or signed declination year round, updated each season by 11/17
Government-issued ID (driver's license or state ID; passport acceptable)
Experience with Epic
Preferred Qualifications
ACLS (for placements outside CVOR and PACU)
Other Requirements
Facility modules must be completed by the document due date, with additional modules for surgical services.
Onsite fit testing within the first week of starting, completed through Employee Health at no cost.
Badge photo sent as early as possible and at least 8 days before start, with a white background.
Facility
Salem Hospital
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Cardiology (RN)
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Pros
Coworkers are very helpful and it’s amazing to work with them!
Cons
Shortage of CNAs is the biggest minus and makes the day very heavy and exhausting!!!
Salem's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
Summer average highs range from 80-85°F, while winter average lows range from 32-35°F.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Salem, with various options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
Salem is car-friendly, with easy navigation and ample parking.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
Salem has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundant flora.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
Salem offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic district and Oregon State Capitol, visiting wineries in the award-winning wine country, enjoying Minto Brown Island Park for outdoor activities, and exploring unique shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues in Downtown Salem.
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